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UP Seed Corporation Tender Halted Over “Arbitrary” Bid Rejection: Allahabad High Court
In an important ruling, the Allahabad High Court, Lucknow Bench, examined fairness in government tender processes and intervened under its writ jurisdiction when it found prima facie arbitrariness in bidder disqualification. The case titled M/s Associated Jute Industries versus State of U.P. & Others concerned a…
₹146.79 Lakh Water Charge Demand on Reliance Quashed, Retrospective Recovery Held Unfair: Gujarat High Court
In a significant ruling, the Gujarat High Court examined whether the State can reopen concluded financial transactions and demand retrospective payments. The case titled Reliance Industries Ltd & Anr. vs State of Gujarat & Anr. dealt with the legality of raising fresh water charges after full and final settlement…
15-Year Sentence Upheld in POCSO Case, Minor Contradictions Do Not Weaken Victim Testimony: Delhi High Court
In a crucial decision, the Delhi High Court interpreted the provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 and upheld the conviction of an accused in a child sexual offence case. The Court clarified that minor inconsistencies in witness statements do not weaken a credible prosecution case. The…
Two Men Acquitted in Gangsters Act Case, Criminal History Alone Not Sufficient for Conviction: Uttarakhand High Court
In a significant judgment, the Uttarakhand High Court examined the scope of conviction under the Uttar Pradesh Gangsters and Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act and clarified that mere criminal history and inclusion in a gang chart are not sufficient to establish guilt. The case titled Hemu Pant @ Hemu Kalu and…
DU Principal’s Suspension Set Aside, Parallel PoSH Probe Panel Held Illegal: Delhi High Court
In an important ruling, the Delhi High Court examined the scope and procedure under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and clarified whether an employer can create a separate fact-finding committee before referring complaints to the Internal Complaints…
Accused Cannot Be Compelled to Share Live GPS Location as Bail Condition: Karnataka High Court
The Karnataka High Court on 22 April 2026 delivered an important ruling on the limits of bail conditions and protection of personal liberty. The Court held that forcing an accused to keep his mobile location switched on and share live location with police is not a valid condition for grant of anticipatory bail.…
NDPS Bail Cancelled, Accused Directed to Surrender Within One Week: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India on 25 April 2026 delivered a crucial judgment reinforcing strict compliance with Section 37 NDPS Act in bail matters. The Court held that bail granted without satisfying mandatory legal conditions is unsustainable in law. Background of the Case The case arose from an FIR registered on 10…
Right to Speedy Trial Cannot Override Bail Conditions Under Section 37 NDPS Act: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India on 24 April 2026 delivered a significant ruling clarifying the relationship between Article 21 Constitution of India and Section 37 NDPS Act. The Court held that the right to speedy trial cannot override the strict bail conditions prescribed under the NDPS law, especially in cases involving…
‘Service Inam’ Land Attached to Mosque Is Wakf Property, Cannot Be Alienated: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India on 24 April 2026 delivered an important ruling on the nature of religious endowment properties. The Court clarified that lands granted as service inam to mosques fall under Wakf Property and cannot be sold, transferred, or alienated. Background of the Case The dispute related to a 3-acre…
Case Against Husband’s Family in Dowry-Bigamy Dispute Quashed, Lack of Specific Allegations Cited: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India on 24 April 2026 delivered an important ruling concerning misuse of criminal law in matrimonial disputes. The Court examined the scope of Section 498A IPC and Section 494 IPC and held that vague and general allegations are not sufficient to prosecute the relatives of a husband. Background of…
